The facts that I have on this side of the Atlantic (US/Canada) are pretty well known, but where my family came from in County Down not so much. I know that William McGibbon (Sr.) was born around 1783 and married Agnes. They had some children James (1816); Joseph (1820); William (1830); Margaret (1810); Susanna (1825);… Continue reading Richard McGibbon Seeks Information About His Saintfield Ancestors
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Download Saintfield News Issue 22 Now!
Saintfield Development Association’s Saintfield News Issue 22 has been distributed by members to homes in Saintfield, but in case you didn’t receive a copy it can be downloaded here by clicking on the image below.
Drug And Alcohol Awareness Session – Monday 21st June
“DROP BY” Evening For 13 – 18-Year-Olds (Friday 18th June)
Food Parcel Delivery Volunteers Recognised By NMD Council
Martyn Todd, Chair of the SDA, received this plaque from Councillor Cathy Mason, the new Chair of Newry, Mourne and Down Council. He received it on behalf of all the volunteers who delivered food parcels in and around Saintfield and Darragh Cross during the first lock down last year. Councillor Mason said that the residents… Continue reading Food Parcel Delivery Volunteers Recognised By NMD Council
The Saintfield Windmill
You may be aware that the Saintfield Development Association is in the lengthy process of developing the windmill field (adjoining the community centre) as a community park. This facility will provide a much-needed safe space for the people of Saintfield and environs to relax, exercise, socialise and enjoy the fresh air. At the same time,… Continue reading The Saintfield Windmill
Free Health & Fitness Classes
Information provided by Ellen Brennan, Newry Mourne & Down District Council’s Rowallane DEA Coordinator: Download class details HERE
Youth Leadership Project For Year 10 & 11 Students (13/14/15 yr olds)
Tom Franklin, the Project Co-Ordinator for the Bolster Community in Newry, is pleased to announce that they are currently launching a new Youth Leadership Project across the 7 DEAs of Newry, Mourne and Down for Year 10 & 11 students (13,14, 15 yr olds). Youth Upfront is a Peace IV-funded project that will be starting… Continue reading Youth Leadership Project For Year 10 & 11 Students (13/14/15 yr olds)
Padani 62 Wins In Saintfield
Padani 62 Boutique was the winner of the ‘Best Dressed Window’ competition held for Saintfield traders over the Christmas period. Owner Shirley Somerville – Hoyle was thrilled to win the £100 prize, especially as it was the boutique’s first year in business. The window display was both striking and innovative and drew many favourable comments… Continue reading Padani 62 Wins In Saintfield
LETTER TO SAINTFIELD CHURCHES, SCHOOLS, SPORTS CLUBS AND COMMUNITY GROUPS
LETTER TO SAINTFIELD CHURCHES, SCHOOLS, SPORTS CLUBS AND COMMUNITY GROUPS For over ten years the need for a community park in Saintfield has been identified through previous public consultations. Since 2012 SDA has been working to realise this ambition with the local Council and other agencies. Initially the challenges included finding a good site and raising… Continue reading LETTER TO SAINTFIELD CHURCHES, SCHOOLS, SPORTS CLUBS AND COMMUNITY GROUPS